Triumph Above All novel

Upon arriving at the Kareem Fashion’s office building, Skylar said to Yulia, “I’ll be traveling to Troitz county to settle some business. I’ll return later to pick up Lola from school. If I’m running late, I’ll notify you so that you may make the necessary arrangements.”

Although Skylar did not disclose the purpose of his trip, she could guess that it was related to Hellhound. Hence, she decided not to probe further and handed the clothes to Skylar. She said gently, “All right. Please be careful, and remember that you aren’t alone now. Lola and I will be devastated if anything happens to you.”

Skylar hugged Yulia and assured her, “Don’t worry. I’ll just be going to Troitz county. No one can hurt me.”

She worriedly inspected her surroundings as he was about to kiss her. When no one was watching, she planted delicate kisses on his lips. Skylar was content with the sweet moment as he understood her boundaries. He tasted her sweetness on his lips, then turned and walked away satisfied.

been waiting patiently for Skylar in the Jeep parked along the road. Upon learning that the highway to Troitz county was under repair,

their way to their destination. However, because

felt a nudge. He opened his eyes and saw a six or seven-year-old boy kicking his leg with his filthy soccer boots. Every kick left a

good time as he giggled and admired his “work of art.” A lady in her thirties sat next to him, and she appeared to be the boy’s mother. Her earbuds were plugged in, and she seemed indifferent

spoke politely, “Shoes are meant for walking, not kicking. Look at how

lifted his brow and looked aside, pretending to be unaware of Skylar’s admonition. The man wiped his pants and closed his eyes to relax, not wanting to cope

less than a minute of peace, the boy kicked Skylar once again. It was harder this time, maybe as a form of retaliation against his lectures. Skylar, unable to tolerate the boy’s